'Everyone thought we were crazy': Designer transforms 'ugly beige' rental into dream bach

She bought the Taupō home after a disastrous auction.

European EV sales surge in 2025, surpassing petrol for the first time

Hybrids also outsell petrol and diesel, with 63% of the market now electrified in some way

On The Up: Rowston grateful for UFC return after being turned down by rivals

'My name was offered around to a few people ... a couple said no,' the middleweight said.

Major Hospital disruptions: Health NZ investigating major IT outage

'Sick of these clowns': Mark Crysell on Brian Tamaki's unapproved harbour bridge protest

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Update on the Mt Maunganui landslide recovery

Afternoon quiz: What was the name of the Russian space station launched in 1986 and deorbited in 2001?

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: January 30

Sudoku - test yourself

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NZ Post store cuts put seniors at risk

Why are kids still going to school hungry in 2026?

From scandal to survival: The political life and legacy of Judith Collins

Why deadly slips are so hard to predict and what it means for where we live

Opinion: Why Dave Rennie is the compelling choice to lead the All Blacks next

NZ Rugby should do everything in its power to convince Rennie to coach the All Blacks.

Anthony Joshua speaks on camera for first time since Nigeria crash

Joshua was a passenger in an SUV that crashed in Nigeria on December 29.

Mitchell signs new deal with England’s Red Roses

Mitchell has led England to 25 straight wins and two Six Nations Slams.

Alex Powell: The day the Twenty20 Super Smash died

OPINION: New Zealand’s domestic T20 league is no longer fulfilling its purpose.

'Everyone thought we were crazy': Designer transforms 'ugly beige' rental into dream bach

Best garden loungers: How to choose outdoor furniture that will survive NZ’s sun

'Not Brad Pitt': NZ residents with 'international flavour' buy wellness guru's luxury estates

Gisborne's multi-million-dollar recycled 'castle' snapped up

Greg Dixon’s Another Kind of Politics: “Crusher” Collins' replacement raises eyebrows

Greg Dixon runs a satirical eye over the year in local and international politics.

Bumper weekend wine guide: Rosé is now a serious year-round drink

Top rosés to enjoy for the rest of the year.

Chris Pratt fights the future in Mercy – and loses

What if the justice system was AI? What if the future was as boring as this film?

Charlotte Grimshaw: The family is represented by letters... No matter how we fight and stray we return

A summer of surgeries and sonnets.

The new face of retirement living

Low-maintenance living, harbour views and life on your terms.

Mum didn’t feel safe at home anymore

Paul vowed he would always take care of his mum. Then came the turning point.

Sponsored: Discover something new this summer

Hidden gems, scenic walks, and homes built for generations to come

Summer sorted!

Odd jobs to get you through the holidays